Uneasy Lies The Head Tommy experiences mounting frustration with his diminished role as Speaker Donatello's factotum and considering a career change. Meanwhile, Michael learns that Freddie Cork is getting out of prison, which has a serious impact on his relationship with Attorney General Franklin. And with her birthday approaching, Rose tries to cover up her deteriorating health.
Things Badly Begun Tommy strong-arms the mayor for his support of a development deal, but hits a roadblock due to Michael's business dealings; Rose investigates her mysterious ailment; Eileen is passed over for promotion due to her pregnancy.
Let Rome In Tiber Melt A fire kills several Latino squatters and a firefighter, leaving Tommy struggling with the political fallout; Colin's torch for Michael's girlfriend Kath begins affecting his work; Declan uncovers a lead and brings in another investigator.
The Course Of True Love Never Did Run Smooth The Labor Day holiday weekend finds Michael increasingly paranoid and edgy; Tommy proposes a radical lifestyle change to Eileen; Declan and Cassie's getaway highlights the growing problems in their rocky marriage.
Give Me The Ocular Proof Tommy tries to charm Declan into sharing information about his corruption probe; Rose learns the truth about her health; tension builds between Michael and Colin as they help Freddie plan a heist.
The Chimes At Midnight Eileen worries that her family will never leave The Hill when Speaker Donatello draws Tommy back in to help pass the budget; Declan tries to link Tommy with Nozzoli; Rose's attachment to Colin fuels Michael's anger and paranoia.
All The Interim Is Like A Phantasma Kath and Colin worry about what Michael might be capable of if he becomes too suspicious of their relationship; Eileen goes stir crazy when her pregnancy confines her to bed; Tommy asks for Michael's help with the Waterfront investigation.
Birnam Wood Comes To Dunsinane Tommy becomes heir apparent for Speaker when Donatello's condition worsens; Freddie maneuvers to get on Tommy's good side; with the mob, the state police, and feds after him, Michael's obsession with Colin puts everyone in jeopardy.
